Downy thorn apple (Datura Metel white) 20 seeds (#2188)

Annual plant reaching a height of 70 cm, with sumptuous, trumpet-shaped, white flowers set on raised, branched stems forming a dome of green leaves.
Flowers fragrant especially at night.
Application: for growing in pots, on terraces, or in groups on high beds. POISONOUS PLANT.
Approximately 20 seeds in 0,3g packet.

Genus - Datura
Species - Metel
Variety - white
Common name - Downy thorn apple
Pre-Treatment - Not-required, but recommended
Hardiness zones - 3 - 11
Height - 0,70 m
Spread - 0,30 - 0,40 m
Plant type - Annual or Perennial flower
Exposure - Full sun
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Neutral - alkaline
Soil type - Rich, humusy, well drained
Water requirements - Average
Landscape uses - Borders, containers. Specimen or group. Place containers near patios so flower fragrance may be enjoyed.
Bloom season - June - October
Leaf / Flower color - Green / White

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
Short cold moist stratification recommended.
***Starting Seeds indoors
Soak seeds in warm water overnight to rehydrate the seed before potting the seeds you can scrape away a little of the seed casing to increase germination levels and timings although this is something that does not need to be done. Please take care not to damage the seed embryo.
Fill a seed tray with a potting mix remembering that these plants love rich soil, something that will remain moist but NOT clumpy or water logged as heat and humidity is what these seeds need.
Make small holes in your potting mix & sow your seeds one seed per hole and cover with a thin layer of potting mix and gently water in.
Place on warm surface (Heat Mat / Propagator / Seed Starter) at around +21-+26C (70-80F).
Brugmansia can be a little slow to germinate and start anywhere from 3 to 6 Weeks. However once they start, they rapidly grow. They normally germinate without any problems.
Sometimes a little patience is required.
***Starting Seeds Outdoors
After the last frosts of the year around spring time you can sow your seeds directly into the ground or into garden pots and let nature do the rest. (information source: https://www.adeniumstore.com)